Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1.5 cup

water

2 cup

milk

1 pinch

salt

1 tbsp

butter

0.75 cup

short-grain rice

2 cup

whipping cream

1 pinch

saffron threads

crumbled

0.33 cup

sugar

0.25 cup

ground almond meal

4 unit

eggs

1 unit

blueberry jam

for serving

Step 1
~5 min

Combine water, milk, salt, butter, and rice in a saucepan.

Step 2
~5 min

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.

Step 3
~5 min

Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Step 4
~5 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 5
~5 min

Butter a 9x13 inch casserole dish.

Step 6
~5 min

Stir 1 cup of cream, saffron, sugar, and almond meal into the cooked rice porridge.

Step 7
~5 min

Simmer for a few minutes until saffron color permeates the mixture.

Step 8
~5 min

Turn off the heat and cool to room temperature.

Step 9
~5 min

Stir in eggs and mix well.

Step 10
~5 min

Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish.

Step 11
~5 min

Bake for approximately 30 minutes, or until set but not dry and a tester comes out clean.

Step 12
~5 min

Whip the remaining cream and sweeten with sugar to taste.

Step 13
~5 min

Serve the warm pancake topped with whipped cream and blueberry jam.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Soak saffron in a little warm milk to enhance its color and flavor.

Do not overbake the pancake, or it will become dry.

Use high-quality blueberry jam for the best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium (saffron and baking)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm for dessert.

Accompany with a cup of coffee or tea.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh berries
Vanilla ice cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Sweden

Cultural Significance

Traditional dessert often served during holidays and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Midsummer

Occasion Tags

Holiday baking
Dessert for a crowd
Special occasion dessert

Popularity Score

65/100

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